Abigail A. Apasnore
Portugal Cove St Philips,Newfoundland And Labrador
Summary
Results-oriented staff accountant with 5+ years of experience in accounting, banking and internal audit. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Accountant
Ernst & Young
05.2022 - Current
- Proactively enhances documentation and execution of assurance practices through knowledge of technology and regulations
- Develops client-focused working relationships to deliver effective and valuable service
- Successfully completes independent engagements and collaborates with engagement teams locally and nationally
- Pursues engagement opportunities outside of assurance - in Tax and Advisory service lines to expand professional knowledge.
Managing Family Retail Business
Self Employed
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Developed strategies to increase sales (of hand-woven fabrics, organic honey and shea butter), customer satisfaction and loyalty, while reducing operational costs.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of retail operations to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Analyzed financial data to recommend pricing strategies that would optimize profits.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure competitive pricing without sacrificing quality or service levels.
Assistant Commercial Accountant
Ogilvy Ghana Ltd
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Verified documented and requested disbursements to facilitate payments.
- Monitored accounts receivable status on a regular basis; investigated past due accounts as needed.
- Provided financial support to the Budget Centre Managers in their review of overheads that they were responsible for and identified opportunities to reduce cost
- Assisted in facilitating year-end audit & tax pack requirements to meet Group Finance requirements.
- Provided guidance to junior staff members in resolving accounting discrepancies or issues related to customer invoices or payments.
Credit Officer
Société Générale Ghana Ltd
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Disbursed bank facilities into customer accounts
- Prepared documentation for the bank's major corporate clients
- Was responsible for writing offer letters to customers
- Set up loans and mortgages in Delta software
- Liaised with the bank's business units i.e., SMEs, Middle Markets & Corporate business to provide monetary and other related services to corporate customers
- Liaised with the Credit Administration Department, Legal Department and Relationship Managers to ensure the timely completion of customers' request
- Prepared disbursement checklists and loan sheets
Advisory Associate
KPMG Ghana Ltd
06.2015 - 09.2015
- HR audit - headcount and gathered data on workload analysis in four (4) districts in the upper east region of Ghana.
- Analysed data to detect deficient controls, duplicate effort, extravagance, fraud or non-compliance with the law, regulations and management policies.
Internal Audit Associate
Tema Oil Refinery
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Prepared payment vouchers for all payments to be made by the company
- Analyzed data to detect irregularities in accounting systems or processes.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and company accounting software.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance -
University of Professional Studies
01.2016
Certified Internal Auditor
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Skills
- Client relationship
- Interpersonal communication
- Report Writing
- Auditing
- Statement Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Bank Reconciliation
- Account Reconciliation
- Internal Controls
- Expense Tracking
- Tax Preparation
- Variance Analysis
Hobbies and Interests
When I am not working, I enjoy cooking, hiking, spending time with my friends and blogging. I am also an avid reader of adventure and romance novels.
Certification
- Currently pursuing a Certified Internal Auditor certification
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Ernst & Young
05.2022 - Current
Managing Family Retail Business
Self Employed
12.2019 - 09.2021
Assistant Commercial Accountant
Ogilvy Ghana Ltd
09.2017 - 11.2019
Credit Officer
Société Générale Ghana Ltd
09.2016 - 08.2017
Advisory Associate
KPMG Ghana Ltd
06.2015 - 09.2015
Internal Audit Associate
Tema Oil Refinery
06.2014 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance -
University of Professional Studies
Certified Internal Auditor
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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